The Wolf Among Us: Episode 1 - Faith

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 856 Ratings

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  1. rodericrinehart
    Jul 3, 2014
    10
    Majorly impressed by this game. I think it might be better than The Walking Dead. SCORE 93/100.

    Great job introducing their own story to us. Imagine "The True Story of the Three Little Pigs" (a cool book my daughter loves) put in a gritty, violent, adult world (or just HBO). There are characters from fables, fairy tales, and fantasy books all mixed together in a post-fantasy,    Majorly impressed by this game. I think it might be better than The Walking Dead. SCORE 93/100.

    Great job introducing their own story to us.

    Imagine "The True Story of the Three Little Pigs" (a cool book my daughter loves) put in a gritty, violent, adult world (or just HBO). There are characters from fables, fairy tales, and fantasy books all mixed together in a post-fantasy, dystopian-ish world. I am hoping this game has many sequels. It's going to be awesome.    … Expand
  2. smellymetal
    Nov 21, 2013
    10
    Finished Episode 1 and it's already my fav game this year...can't wait for Ep. 2, just a jewel of an adventure/crime game. What can I say to convince you? My hands are still shaking, masterpiece please give this game a chance. I'm happy I did.
  3. iom666
    Dec 11, 2013
    10
    My best Steam winter sales buy. Wow blown away by the story, how you feel involved and the soundtrack is truly remarkable. You will dream of this game, I guarantee it!
    So rare and precious!
    The best 2013 surprise to date.
  4. Banhammer0
    Nov 13, 2013
    10
    Awesome. Just awesome. Great. Epic. If you liked TWD you will LOVE THIS.
    There is no arguing about that. There was some laughs (Woodsman's confession cracked me up LOL), there is mystery, but MOST IMPORTANTLY there is a kick right in the feels, done in perfect fashion. No game has induced such a strong feeling of a loss in me so far (maybe except dying in DayZ but that was smt very    Awesome. Just awesome. Great. Epic. If you liked TWD you will LOVE THIS.
    There is no arguing about that. There was some laughs (Woodsman's confession cracked me up LOL), there is mystery, but MOST IMPORTANTLY there is a kick right in the feels, done in perfect fashion. No game has induced such a strong feeling of a loss in me so far (maybe except dying in DayZ but that was smt very different), I swear just a bit more and I would burst in tears...or transform into a Big Bad Werewolf and go onto a killing spree, don't know what's worse.
    Keep it up Telltale. You are now officially my favorite publisher/developer. Love your work    … Expand
  5. Nelvar
    Oct 14, 2013
    10
    Incredible first episode of this new game, definately Telltale are improving themselves with this game.

    Its better than The Walking Dead in EVERYTHING.

    The art is incredible, the graphics look better, the story and setting are incredibly original, the characters are also much better.

    If you enjoyed Telltale's The Walking Dead, this is a MUST BUY for you.
  6. hollowfication
    Jan 8, 2014
    10
    awesome game tell tale u done it again this game bring out all the fairy tale creature into real world add mysterious i love game entirely just hope second episode be as good as first one
  7. smiklos90
    Oct 13, 2013
    10
    My only problem so far, is no episode 2 yet.
    First of all: I bought the game on amazon, and got a Telltale key. Damn, I was angry at myself, because of course, i wanted to activate the game on steam... but heck, i wrote to the support. And to my suprise: they provided me a steam key in half day, even if it was my mistake to buy it on the "wrong platform"
    The game itself is simply    My only problem so far, is no episode 2 yet.
    First of all: I bought the game on amazon, and got a Telltale key. Damn, I was angry at myself, because of course, i wanted to activate the game on steam... but heck, i wrote to the support. And to my suprise: they provided me a steam key in half day, even if it was my mistake to buy it on the "wrong platform"

    The game itself is simply great. I have a 5 years old laptop, running on minimum, yet the graphics looks amazing and stylish.
    The humor of the game is always at the right time and right place. The first episode proved to be interesting, and from the first opening scene to the last one I couldn't stop. Finished it in one sit.
    And of course, the storytelling is one of the most important part in a game like this. And oh my god... you thought TWD is great? Think twice, baby.

    TL;DR: So far, TWAU lived up to all my expectations and even more. If they continue like this, many-many game of the year award will follow this piece of art.    … Expand
  8. Shaileen
    Aug 3, 2014
    10
    After Telltale's Walking Dead, i've bought The Wolf Among Us without know anything about it, closed box. They did it again: a story, with solid characters, plenty of choices that really matters, and a gorgeous graphic style.
    To me, that i'm a great fan of the Once Upon a Time show, and a huge fan of White Wolf's World of Darkness, this is even more of a masterpiece and answer to my    After Telltale's Walking Dead, i've bought The Wolf Among Us without know anything about it, closed box. They did it again: a story, with solid characters, plenty of choices that really matters, and a gorgeous graphic style.
    To me, that i'm a great fan of the Once Upon a Time show, and a huge fan of White Wolf's World of Darkness, this is even more of a masterpiece and answer to my prayers.
    A must buy for everyone, even those who are not used with videogames, since it's more of a beautiful, player tailored story than a real game    … Expand
  9. ReubenIsAGod
    Dec 10, 2013
    10
    God this first episode is amazing, i cant wait two see whats in stall for episode 2, yet im starting to get worried that TellTale have taking on 2 many projects for 2014: The Wolf Among Us, The Walking Dead(S2), Game Of Thrones and Tales from The Borderlands, this seems like WAY w much for any publisher and developer
  10. SplashMagikarp
    Dec 18, 2013
    10
    At first, though it may appear simple, it has a more detailed, interesting, intriguing and darker story. The character you 'play' as is the Big Bad Wolf (Yes, the one of the fables), Lurking the streets of Fabletown trying protect its fable population. Can the past be wiped or forgotten? NO. Thus how the plot unveils itself while you search for the antagonist of the newest problem that hasAt first, though it may appear simple, it has a more detailed, interesting, intriguing and darker story. The character you 'play' as is the Big Bad Wolf (Yes, the one of the fables), Lurking the streets of Fabletown trying protect its fable population. Can the past be wiped or forgotten? NO. Thus how the plot unveils itself while you search for the antagonist of the newest problem that has arisen and you must be BIG and BAD... or you might become an actual hero. Indeed, this is not 100% game, but a graphic adventure novel that abuses heavily of QTE. If you are looking for an actual game, this is not it. But if you are looking for a great "TV-series" in which you have some control of the story then this is a MUST. I shall look forward for new episodes for I intend to enjoy every single bit of Bigby and his temperament.… Expand
  11. SaifK
    Oct 19, 2013
    10
    if you were a fan of the walking dead you will definitely love this game, however if you come in expecting it to be full of action or difficult puzzles, this game like the walking is an awesome story telling method, and is perfect in its genre
  12. Liteit
    Nov 17, 2013
    10
    Great game. If you like The Walking Dead you have to try it. Bit it's different from it, more action than gathering. Characters are really nice. and now you have more choices than in TWD. As for me, i liked it more than TWD, characters in Wolf are more interesting and wider.
  13. thejuiceweasel
    Oct 12, 2013
    10
    If you liked the amazing writing, magnificent characters and meaningful decisions of The Walking Dead, you won't be disappointed here. The Wolf Among Us sports a fresh roaster of instantly relatable characters in a colorful and stylistically brilliant graphical environment, both taken from and inspired by the Fables comic book series (which you don't need to know to enjoy the wonderfullyIf you liked the amazing writing, magnificent characters and meaningful decisions of The Walking Dead, you won't be disappointed here. The Wolf Among Us sports a fresh roaster of instantly relatable characters in a colorful and stylistically brilliant graphical environment, both taken from and inspired by the Fables comic book series (which you don't need to know to enjoy the wonderfully written story). The voice acting is once again fabulous and varied, each new character offers a convincing, interesting background. Situations as well as decision making never got stale or felt unimportant. I encountered neither technical hiccups (the PC version being the definite one performance wise) nor any bugs. I finished the episode in about 2 hours, leaving me satisfied, yet wanting more. Still, you can replay it at least once, just to see what difference your decisions make in terms of story development. For fans of fantastic storytelling in video games, or a great experience in general, this is an easy buy.… Expand
  14. Riskyreview
    Oct 11, 2013
    10
    Telltale has done it again this is definitely a must buy! The art style is yet again amazing the controls are fluid and responsive the story is compelling and the characters are loveable!
    Can't wait for episode 2!
  15. legomyhobo
    Nov 29, 2013
    10
    Compared to the walking dead, this is an improvement in every way. The characters are actually sympathetic and I care what happens to them. The setting is beautiful, music well placed and composed. The player controlled areas are no longer tedious, like they were in the Walking Dead. And most importantly, the plot is among the best I've seen in a game.
  16. Gamer147
    Nov 2, 2013
    10
    Oh god, I swear, I... I... JUST, WAH
    Those really were my thoughts when I finished this chapter, and I swear to god it was one of the best gaming experiences I've ever had the pleasure to draught. And I just gulped that piece of gaming technology right in, I swear, it just boggles you how well everything unfolds, how in tune with the characters you are, and finally, how EPIC the story    Oh god, I swear, I... I... JUST, WAH
    Those really were my thoughts when I finished this chapter, and I swear to god it was one of the best gaming experiences I've ever had the pleasure to draught. And I just gulped that piece of gaming technology right in, I swear, it just boggles you how well everything unfolds, how in tune with the characters you are, and finally, how EPIC the story seems so far. PLEASE JUST BUY IT, RIGHT NOW!!!!    … Expand
  17. SXBRussia
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    It`s just a god damn great! Its bad, that it don`t have Russian, but WHO CARES, when it`s a god damn great game! I don`t know, why Metascore critics don`t like this game so much, because this game is a GOD DAMN GREAT!
    10/10
    Not Game of the Year, but this is so GOD DAMN GREAT!
    10/10
  18. JaboyKoi
    Nov 15, 2013
    10
    An amazing introduction into the world of Fables. While I fell in love with The Walking Dead, The Wolf Among Us has a more immersive storyline due to the constant mystery that lingers throughout each scene. The UI looks beautiful and the music is also chilling and atmospheric. A great game to get lost in.
  19. GodReviews
    Nov 10, 2013
    10
    Again, Telltale has a masterpiece right in their hands. The game feels more like a playable movie. The character development is astounding. You actually felt for the characters and wanted to do stuff with them. Next, the graphics improved upon the predecessor of Telltale's "The Walking Dead". The graphics look gorgeous maxed out and no frame rate issues on the PC. Finally, you just didn'tAgain, Telltale has a masterpiece right in their hands. The game feels more like a playable movie. The character development is astounding. You actually felt for the characters and wanted to do stuff with them. Next, the graphics improved upon the predecessor of Telltale's "The Walking Dead". The graphics look gorgeous maxed out and no frame rate issues on the PC. Finally, you just didn't know where the story will go next. It could change from good to worse or worse to great. The story always kept me on my toes for the good 2 hours.
    A great first episode nonetheless. I can't wait for the next entries!    … Expand
  20. koolcat
    Oct 11, 2013
    10
    This game is just freaking awesome. If you like "The Walking Dead" game or lone wolf (no pun intended) detective stories you wont be disappointed with this one. Buy it, play it and see it for yourself how badass this game is.
  21. Startrance
    Oct 28, 2013
    10
    Telltale games have done it again, the first episode of the game felt better than even the walking dead, very strong opening and so far more impressive than their walking dead game. Cant come up with any drawbacks at all everything was just perfect.
  22. diezlwolf
    Dec 14, 2013
    10
    This game was an absolute treat! Artistically, it's very nice with it's noir color schemes and popular culture and literary references, with wonderful soundtrack to accompany it. It is also incredibly story-focused; which I LOVE in a game! The fact that the game is based on player choices also lends itself to incredible replay value! It's a game filled with complex and fascinatingThis game was an absolute treat! Artistically, it's very nice with it's noir color schemes and popular culture and literary references, with wonderful soundtrack to accompany it. It is also incredibly story-focused; which I LOVE in a game! The fact that the game is based on player choices also lends itself to incredible replay value! It's a game filled with complex and fascinating characters that will delight any story lover!… Expand
  23. ob_gyn_kenobi
    Oct 13, 2013
    10
    Frickin....awesome!! I've found myself becoming bored with most of the stuff that passes as games these days but The Wolf Among Us has totally captivated me!

    I can't wait for Episode 2
  24. BBNGAMES7
    Oct 17, 2013
    10
    Again. Telltale did a beautiful new franchise again, this year was a year where the great become small (Except GTA V and The Last Of Us) and the small became grandiose, the story of wolf and Fabletown with beauty and beast, snow and pig Telltale did get my 10 again, and with a gut-wrenching finale made ​​me mark on the calendar the date of its new episode smoke and mirros.
  25. satellite277
    Oct 16, 2013
    10
    I myself played the entire season of walking dead and could not wait for this to come out, well it didn't fall short. Great art style and amazing story immerse the player and keep them thinking about what their next choice should be. I recommend this to anyone who likes great stories and big choices in a game. 10/10
  26. KyleFinlayson
    Oct 12, 2013
    10
    Telltale has this innate way of forming a connecting to players in their games. Wolf Among Us is no exception. Although it is early days for this marvellous piece of narrative genius, the story has a hook to it. The protagonist, Sheriff Bigby, formerly known as the Big Bad Wolf, is now in charge of keeping numerous fable characters from each other's throats. He can be a likeable character,Telltale has this innate way of forming a connecting to players in their games. Wolf Among Us is no exception. Although it is early days for this marvellous piece of narrative genius, the story has a hook to it. The protagonist, Sheriff Bigby, formerly known as the Big Bad Wolf, is now in charge of keeping numerous fable characters from each other's throats. He can be a likeable character, who's just misunderstood by the community of Fables that surrounds him. Or he can live up to his name and be cold and ruthless. He is, in a sense, a canvas that has little known back story for the purpose of the player being able to create their own protagonist.

    Elements of Telltale's brilliant Walking Dead Game are on display in this new adventure. Choice and consequence, characters responding to what you do (or don't) say, same basic game play mechanics. However there are some nice touches to compliment the noire style game they have created. The art is already much darker, neon lights and a slick 80s style score give this the perfect feel of a New York murder thriller. Fights are now much more engaging. Having the player aim for a specific spot to land a blow in the heat of a fight would make anyone in their right mind tense up and feel under pressure. Along with this, we are also given more interaction in these sequences. Choosing whether or not to send a man flying into a sink or a bookcase adds that extra depth to the game.

    The world itself is beautifully designed, both physically and socially. Wandering the dark moonlit streets of New York city is a surreal experience given the fairytale touches every now and again. The characters are the crowning achievement in this game though. Most of them are given specific and thick accents, and Telltale takes any chance to destroy the conventions of a once innocent fairy tale character. The writing is superb and the voice actors bring these characters to life. Even after spending twenty minutes with one character, you'll know exactly who they are due to you recognizing them from your youth and more than that you'll connect with them. In good or bad ways. It hurts when they are taken away from you. In a simple way of putting it, if Bigby gets mad, it's a safe bet you will. You may find yourself doing things you never would have done in the Walking Dead Game. Playing the bad guy. But in the Walking Dead you had control. In Wolf Among Us, chances are you won't care how it impacts the story you just feel as if you need to in order to satisfy yourself. It's this kind of connection that makes this game so special.

    Of course, like any game, there are bugs. Bugs like the frame stuttering during cut scenes or bad camera angles. But these can be forgiven as they aren't major deal breakers. All in all, the first episode of Telltales venture into fairyland has proved itself as a surprising and magical experience. There are funny times, disturbing times, sad times or times of intense rage, and they all combine into one of the best games of the year. Only time will tell if Telltale can pull this off with the rest of the season, but the first episode is an amazing beginning.    … Expand
  27. HonestWithTaste
    Oct 12, 2013
    10
    Absolutely amazing piece of ambrosia. I went into this game with so low expectations, despite Telltale''s masterful Walking Dead series. Boy, was i wrong... This game is absolute epic and one of the GOTY pretenders with ease. Its still only one episode but if i compare it to the first walking dead episode, Wolf Among us is so much better in terms of dialogue, characters, plot and evenAbsolutely amazing piece of ambrosia. I went into this game with so low expectations, despite Telltale''s masterful Walking Dead series. Boy, was i wrong... This game is absolute epic and one of the GOTY pretenders with ease. Its still only one episode but if i compare it to the first walking dead episode, Wolf Among us is so much better in terms of dialogue, characters, plot and even gameplay. If you were like me and you hated the setting just take my words for it you will change your opinion in couple of hours if you buy this game NOW… Expand
  28. chriswill
    Oct 13, 2013
    10
    Just amazing...! Couldnt put it down from start to finish... I wasn't so sure about using fables but its clear they have created something so original. Walking dead was awesome but if the rest of the episodes are like this then Wolf among us will be better! BUT WHY DO THEY HAVE TO DO EPISODES!!! I want the whole story NOW!
  29. AlainShadowsong
    Oct 15, 2013
    10
    Now, I have not read the comic book series and this was the first Telltale title I decided to pick up, but it makes me want to check out both the comic and the other titles done in this style. I can only hope they will tide me over until then next chapter. Kudos to Telltale so far on a great first chapter and leaving a very good first impression on me.

    I was enthralled by the music    Now, I have not read the comic book series and this was the first Telltale title I decided to pick up, but it makes me want to check out both the comic and the other titles done in this style. I can only hope they will tide me over until then next chapter. Kudos to Telltale so far on a great first chapter and leaving a very good first impression on me.

    I was enthralled by the music and atmosphere of this beautiful game. I am a huge fan of the sound and visual aspect of a game and this one takes the cake. There is even starting and ending credits to this episode, something I hope to see in the following episodes. It really does feel like a television mini series that you can control the main protagonist in. The way the people show emotion on their face makes it clear on how they are feeling about the situations that are presented to them. All of this combined helps build emotional ties to them and the world they live in.

    Normally the length of the title would warrant a score reduction but since they make it clear this is only the first episode I decided to count it for what is was. It is a well priced ($5 in US) first chapter to what is looking to be an amazing experience. If it continues at this price level, it should be $25 for the total amount, If they are all the same length as the first then I'd say that it's a fair price. Even better, you can try the first chapter and if you do not like it then you can say that you only lost five dollars and not get the rest.

    The game's action is split up very well, it will move at a slow pace at times but that makes the action parts more exciting. I'm not wanting to add any spoilers but I will say the pacing was quite good in my opinion.

    In the end, I decided to give it a 10 out of 10 because it did exactly what it wanted to do, I can see a lot of debates going on for how the story progressed for each individual person as they try to solve the mystery. I get the feeling that we won't know who is right until much later, in the meantime I high recommend giving this game a look to everyone.    … Expand
  30. Kennung
    Oct 21, 2013
    10
    I very rarely give a 10. I make an exception here.

    The setting is kinda odd, but this is a Telltale game at its finest nonetheless. Absolutely a musthave game. The story is engaging and the charakters in it are new and interesting. This is well above bioware storytelling with its own style. I cant wait for this to continue! It draws you in so strongly and is so thrilling, that    I very rarely give a 10. I make an exception here.

    The setting is kinda odd, but this is a Telltale game at its finest nonetheless.
    Absolutely a musthave game.

    The story is engaging and the charakters in it are new and interesting.
    This is well above bioware storytelling with its own style.
    I cant wait for this to continue!

    It draws you in so strongly and is so thrilling, that i will wait till all episodes are out, before i play it trough.    … Expand
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Metascore
85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 45 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 43 out of 45
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 45
  3. Negative: 0 out of 45
  1. Pelit (Finland)
    Mar 11, 2014
    88
    Wolf Among Us is great, better than the original comic. Willingham, take notes! [Nov 2013]
  2. Hyper Magazine
    Dec 28, 2013
    90
    Here's hoping the rest lives up to this stellar first episode. [Jan 2014, p.79]
  3. Riot Pixels
    Dec 13, 2013
    80
    A new benchmark for “branching narrative” games. The Wolf Among Us turns players into viewers by almost ditching gameplay, but you will enjoy watching this show.
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